دانيال

Daniyal

boyHebrew, via Arabic

Daniyal is a Muslim boy name meaning “God is my judge (Prophet Daniel)”.

MeaningGod is my judge (Prophet Daniel)
GenderBoy
OriginHebrew, via Arabic
Arabic spellingدانيال
Pronunciationdaa-nee-YAAL
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Daniyal

Daniyal is the Arabic and Persian form of Daniel, a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my judge'. Daniel is not named in the Quran, but Muslim tradition regards him as a righteous prophet, and a tomb attributed to him is venerated at Susa in Iran. The Mughal prince Daniyal, son of Emperor Akbar, made the name well known in South Asia.

Is Daniyal a Muslim name?

Yes. Daniyal is a traditional Muslim name, the Islamic form of the prophet Daniel. It is especially popular in Pakistan and Iran.

Where is the name Daniyal used?

Very popular in Pakistan; also used in Iran, India and the Arab world.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Daniyal mean?

Daniyal means 'God is my judge (Prophet Daniel)'. It comes from Hebrew, via Arabic.

Is Daniyal a Muslim name?

Yes. Daniyal is a traditional Muslim name, the Islamic form of the prophet Daniel. It is especially popular in Pakistan and Iran.

How do you write Daniyal in Arabic?

Daniyal is written دانيال in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Daniyal?

Daniyal is pronounced daa-nee-YAAL.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.